Aquarium fish are any type of fish that can exist outside of the great wide open of the natural environment and instead thrive normally in an aquarium. An aquarium is any enclosed container of water that allows for the sustenance of fish, plants, and other wildlife inside the enclosure. These...

When starting a new aquarium it is important to understand the nitrogen cycle. Many new aquarium owners jump into the hobby of fish keeping too quickly. Before purchasing fish, the aquarium must be cycled. This could take anywhere from twenty four hours to four weeks. In an established aquarium...

Freshwater fish are perhaps the easiest fish to care for in comparison to saltwater species because they are usually hardier fish. A basic aquarium set up will be required. You will need a tank, some rocks or substrate to line bottom of the tank. You will also need a filter, and some lighting....

As we all know rivers and lakes are the natural habits for fish and other marine life. Rivers and lakes have large surface area which makes maximum provision of oxygen for fish survival possible. On the other hand an aquarium is not like river or lake, it has a smaller surface area and there is...

A world without dogs would be crazy. It would be lonely for most of us if we lost our favorite canine companions. Fortunately, almost every household in the US had had at least one dog.

Dogs are animals that need special care and extra attention from us humans. Compared to cats, dogs...

Have you noticed that doctors are now being much more reluctant to give you a prescription for antibiotics unless it’s proven that you are indeed suffering from a bacterial infection? Well, I wish I could say better late than never, but in the case of antibiotics, we’re far too...

Another Kind of Horse Brand: Business Branding in Equine Marketing

It’s winter time, the breed inspection season has come and gone in North America, and along with it branding season.

Branding season for horses–NOT for horse BUSINESSES.

If you have any business...

Early childhood is an impressionable period of life in which children are often dog lovers. Parents have a great contribution in the building of their childrens character by encouraging them to be animal lovers and allowing them to have a dog as a pet. Parents should encourage their young to...

An Ounce of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Bite

One of the most common misconceptions people have is that their own dogs won’t bite. While everybody feels some level of respect for a big, growling dog we are becoming too nonchalant about our own dogs. How confident are you that your...

What is Hip Dysplasia?
The hip joint consists of a ball on the femoral bone, and a socket on the hip bone.

Canine hip dysplasia simply defined is when a dogs hips do not develop normally and the ball does not fit snugly into the socket.

What Causes Hip Dysplasia?

Is your family pet creating an irritating living environment? According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, approximately 42 million Americans suffer from some sort of pet allergy.

Pet allergy symptoms may include sneezing, congestion, runny nose and rashes, which...

The American Saddlebred is a breed of horse developed in the state of Kentucky. Today they are featured in many showring competitions, and they are also used for racing, parades, and hunting. These horses have a disposition which make them good for virtually any task in which they are needed....